Following the devastating Latur Earthquake of 1993, Maharashtra Social Housing and Action League (MASHAL) initiated an innovative Earthquake-Resistant Housing Development Project in Budhada village, Latur district. The project was undertaken to address the urgent need for safe, affordable, and culturally appropriate housing…

In the aftermath of the devastating Latur Earthquake of 1993, popularly known as the Killari Earthquake, Maharashtra Social Housing and Action League (MASHAL) played a significant role in the rehabilitation and reconstruction of earthquake-affected communities in Latur and Osmanabad districts of Maharashtra.

In 1997, Maharashtra Social Housing and Action League (MASHAL) implemented a pioneering Slum Reconstruction and Rehabilitation Project for flood-affected families residing in the Milind Nagar settlement of Pimpri Camp, Pimpri-Chinchwad. The project was undertaken in collaboration with the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) and aimed at providing a permanent housing solution for vulnerable …

Maharashtra Social Housing and Action League (MASHAL) implemented the Informal Housing Thermal Comfort Project – Roofing Solutions for Heat Reduction as a pilot initiative aimed at improving living conditions in informal settlements by addressing the growing challenge of extreme urban heat. The project developed and tested affordable roofing solutions to reduce indoor temperatures and improve thermal comfort in vulnerable homes within PMC limits.

In year 2007 JNNURM sanctioned over Rs. 300 crore to Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) for housing the urban poor under Basic Services for Urban Poor (BSUP) Project. Pravinsingh Pardesi, the then Municipal Commissioner, re-worked this idea at housing urban poor into different type project, got the DPR prepared and managed to get additional Rs. 120 slum housing for reconstructing 4,000 houses on slum lands owned by the State Govt.

Maharashtra Social Housing and Action League (MASHAL) implemented a housing rights and rehabilitation support initiative for families displaced from Khadda Basti, an informal settlement located in the Shivajinagar area of Pune. The project focused on documenting the socio-economic conditions of affected households, assessing their housing vulnerabilities, and advocating for appropriate rehabilitation and resettlement measures.

Maharashtra Social Housing and Action League (MASHAL) implemented a community-based Slum Redevelopment and Housing Improvement Project in Indiranagar, Santacruz, Mumbai, in 1985. The project was supported by Terre des Hommes (TdH), Germany, and focused on empowering slum residents to actively participate in the planning, management, and implementation of housing and environmental improvement initiatives within their community.

In 1991, Maharashtra Social Housing and Action League (MASHAL) implemented a Slum Relocation and Housing Rehabilitation Project for families displaced from the Williamnagar informal settlement in Pune. The project focused on supporting the rehabilitation of evicted households by assisting them in planning and constructing safe, organized, and sustainable housing in the relocation site at Patil Estate Zopadpatti.

The project aimed at geo tagging of the ward wise survey of Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC). Global Opportunity Youth Network (GOYN) believes that working with a solid base of data enables communities to consider and design solutions appropriate to the scale of the problem by addressing systematic challenges.

The project aimed at geo tagging of the ward wise survey of Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC). Global Opportunity Youth Network (GOYN) believes that working with a solid base of data enables communities to consider and design solutions appropriate to the scale of the problem by addressing systematic challenges.

In the year 2007, Shri. Shrikant ji Hanmantram ji Rathi of Tarachand Ramnath Seva Trust established. The objective of this trust is to bring social change in a planned manner. The focus on community issues. He devoted his family to charitable works. It was decided to spend 1 anna (6.25%) of the annual income. Taking this tradition forward, Shrimati Geeta Deviji Shrikantji Rathi has created…

MSN’s project main purpose is to creating and enabling support system to provide relief to economic crises of Needy families of Pune district Maheshwari community. MASHAL has approaches to MSN for conducting need assessment survey of Maheshwari community. three months duration project emphasis on to Identifying needy 100 family’s needs of Maheshwari community through need assessment survey. also, MSN will be Assist to MASHAL for identifying new needy families available in the community.

Jejuri Municipal Council, with population of about 15 thousand is Purandhar sub district’s the least populous municipal council located in Purandhar sub district of Pune district in the state Maharashtra in India. Total geographical area of Jejuri municipal council is 7 km2 and it is the smallest city by area in the sub district. Jejuri Temple is located in the Jejuri town, which lies to the southeast of the Pune city of Maharashtra.

Maharashtra Social Housing and Action League (MASHAL) actively supported the implementation of the Rajiv Awaas Yojana (RAY), a flagship initiative of the Government of India aimed at achieving the vision of a “Slum-Free India.” Launched in 2009, the programme sought to address the challenges faced by slum dwellers and urban poor households through inclusive urban planning, improved access to basic services, and sustainable housing solutions.

MASHAL has compiled a Slum Atlas for Pune, India. Compiled over a two year period, the Slum Atlas is a docket of 15 booklets that provides analytical information of the demographic, socioeconomic profile, housing infrastructure provision and rehabilitation status of slum pockets in Pune. One booklet covers Pune City and the other 14 booklets detail Pune’s 14 administrative wards. The detailed demographic information included in the Atlas make it a reliable reference document for professionals, academic institutes, social marketers, bilateral funding organizations, micro-finance institutes, real estate companies, political representatives and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) departments of various  corporations.

As part of its vision of promoting community development through public participation, Maharashtra Social Housing and Action League (MASHAL) implemented the Slum Atlas 2.0 Project, a comprehensive GIS-based mapping and socio-economic survey initiative covering slum settlements across Pune city. The project was conceptualized as an advanced extension of the original Slum Atlas of Pune, which was released in 2012 by the then Hon’ble Chief Minister of Maharashtra.

Between 1996 and 2000, Maharashtra Social Housing and Action League (MASHAL) implemented an innovative Map-Based Information System (MIS) project in partnership with Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC). The initiative was designed to strengthen urban governance and support decentralized planning and decision-making at both ward and city levels. Following the implementation of the 74th Constitutional Amendment, Pune Municipal Corporation adopted a decentralized administrative structure with ward-level committees and enhanced responsibilities for local governance.

MASHAL had conducted a survey of socio economic and climate change outcomes, to understand the impacts of climate change and coastal risks on the lives and livelihoods of people living in Arnala village, Maharashtra. The survey is contracted by World ResourceInstitute (WRI). The study aims to understand the impacts of urbanization on various aspects of the village and to identify the foreseen threats due to climate change and develop strategies to adapt to changing conditions.

UTTHAN is a collaborative effort between the PMC-UCD, CHF International and MASHAL to empower the urban poor communities by adopting a participatory approach for pro-poor program planning and delivery of services. And To strengthen the service delivery system by developing a GIS-based governance tool. Utthan project started in 2008. In January 2008 the project activities and scope of work was defined and the role of each stakeholder was clarified.

The pilgrimage of Wari is a cultural identity of Maharashtra. Warakaris from all over Maharashtra walk to the Pandharapura as a part of this pilgrimage. MASHAL has been intending to plan and implement a few infrastructural interventions for the betterment of the Warakaris and the villagers from the villages on the routes of Wari and of overall pilgrimage.

MASHAL has provided survey services to numerous builders who wanted to undertake slum rehabilitation projects in the slums of Pune and PCMC. MASHAL has not participated in the beneficiary consent tasks but has chosen to remain the technical support partner. These surveys have not only equipped MASHAL with rich data sets but have also given the receiving organization’s projects financial viability.

The Direct Cash Transfer (DCT) Project supported residents of PMC in accessing development opportunities and essential services. Initiated with the goal to improve the wellbeing of orphans and children with single parents, the project enabled financial aid and access to equal opportunity, continued education, and nutrition. Mashal monitored and assessed children’s well-being in the areas of Education, Health, and Non-risk Behaviour, and…

Maharashtra Social Housing and Action League (MASHAL) is pleased to submit the Project Completion Report for the Integrated Community Infrastructure and School Improvement Initiative implemented in Shendur Village, Nipaani Taluka, Belagavi District, Karnataka, with the…

Mashal, a non- governmental organization was conceived in the year 1985, by a group of like-minded people who believe in community development through people’s participation and recognize adequate shelter and a healthy living environment with access to services as a basic human right. Mashal strongly adheres to the concept of people’s participation which forms an essential component of any development program and is continuously striving through sustained efforts to involve people in key areas of…

The project addressed the growing concern of substance abuse among children, youth, and community members living in vulnerable urban settlements. The project combined awareness generation, counselling, community mobilization, and behavioural change interventions to educate people about the risks associated with addiction and substance misuse. By involving schools, families, local leaders, and community groups, the project promoted preventive action and encouraged healthier lifestyle choices.

The project is a community development initiative focused on improving educational outcomes, enhancing life skills, strengthening learning environments, and supporting the holistic development of children from marginalized communities. Implemented across multiple slum settlements in Pune, the project integrates education support, digital literacy, scholarship assistance, science learning, hygiene promotion, and community engagement. Key interventions included support classes, learning activities, computer literacy programmes, educational material distribution, science education, career guidance, personal hygiene awareness, remedial education, and scholarships.

The Sanitation Improvement Programme was implemented in earthquake rehabilitation transit camps in Latur and Osmanabad following the 1993 earthquake to in reduce public health risks, prevent disease outbreaks, and improve living conditions. The project focused on improving sanitation and hygiene conditions for displaced families living in temporary settlements during the rehabilitation period through the construction of temporary sanitation facilities, bathing units, and two-pit latrine systems, along with hygiene awareness activities and community participation mechanisms.

The project was designed to improve livelihood opportunities for women from economically disadvantaged communities through vocational training in tailoring and stitching. Implemented in Thergaon, PCMC, the project targeted women who had limited access to formal skill development opportunities due to financial constraints and social barriers. Through structured training, practical exposure, and capacity-building activities, participants developed marketable tailoring skills that enhanced their employability and income-generation potential.

Implemented in partnership with Pune Municipal Corporation, the Slum Sanitation Project addressed the shortage of sanitation infrastructure in urban slum settlements. The project aimed to improve access to safe and hygienic sanitation facilities while promoting community ownership and sustainable management systems. The intervention facilitated the construction of sixty community toilet complexes equipped with separate facilities for men, women, and children, along with supporting infrastructure such as caretaker rooms, water supply, and electricity connections.

The project introduced a technology-based system to strengthen identity documentation and information management for slum households in Nagpur Chawl, Yerwada. The initiative was designed to create a reliable digital database of households while improving access to accurate demographic and housing-related information. After a detailed household survey, beneficiary families were issued smart cards linked to a digital information system containing socio-economic and housing data.

Vriddha Mitra is an elderly care initiative focused on building age-friendly communities and improving the quality of life of senior citizens living in vulnerable urban settlements. The project adopts a holistic approach that combines healthcare, social engagement, social security linkages, community support, and advocacy for elderly rights and wellbeing. The intervention includes home visits, health check-ups, virtual and physical medical consultations, referrals to healthcare facilities, awareness programmes, social and recreational activities, and government scheme facilitation.

Implemented in collaboration with Sadhana Institute for Sustainable Development, the project focused on enhancing livelihood opportunities for women from underprivileged communities through vocational tailoring training. Participants were trained in garment construction, tailoring techniques, measurement, cutting, machine handling, and clothing design. The project contributed to increased employability, improved income-generation opportunities, greater self-confidence, and enhanced economic participation among women from marginalized communities.

Aimed at promoting the social inclusion, dignity, and empowerment of transgender persons, the Giving Circle Project partnered with transgender community leaders and organizations, including Global Rights Foundation and Puneri Pride. The project implemented awareness, advocacy, and resource mobilization campaigns to address long-standing social exclusion and discrimination faced by the transgender community while creating greater awareness and sensitivity among the general public.

The project was implemented to improve sanitation access and hygiene outcomes among low-income households through the construction and promotion of individual household toilets. The intervention addressed challenges associated with inadequate sanitation infrastructure for vulnerable families residing in informal settlements across Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad. The project promoted improved hygiene practices, enhanced dignity and privacy for household members, and contributed to healthier living environments.

The School Infrastructure Project was conceptualized and implemented with the generous support of Motilal Oswal, with the aim of addressing critical infrastructure and learning gaps in rural and semi-urban schools across Maharashtra. The project recognized that quality education is not only dependent on curriculum delivery but also on the availability of enabling infrastructure…

The Samruddhi Program has been running since 2015 to make positive difference in the lives of Slum communities in Pune city. This holistic developmental project is sponsored by John Deere India. The Program aims to create meaningful improvement and provides the sustainable development in the field of Education, Livelihood, and Community Infrastructure Development.

The School Upgradation Project – Phase II was launched with the vision to create safe, inclusive, healthy, and child-friendly educational environments in rural parts of Maharashtra. Recognizing that inadequate school infrastructure is one of the major barriers to quality education in India, the project focused on a comprehensive approach to improving the learning…

This report marks the successful culmination of the “Gender-Specific Toilet Construction” initiative carried out across 30 rural schools in Palghar, Ahmednagar and Satara districts of Maharashtra, led by MASHAL. The primary goal of the project was to provide safe, hygienic, and inclusive sanitation infrastructure that addresses the distinct needs of boys, girls, and children with disabilities.

Sansa is a rural village in Daudnagar Block of Aurangabad District, Bihar. Many families depend on agriculture and daily wage labour, and schools often face infrastructure challenges. The Ramanujan Science & Education Trust has been supporting education in the village, but several classrooms required repair and renovation to provide children with a safe and conducive learning environment. MASHAL partnered with the Trust to improve these learning spaces.

Maharashtra Social Housing and Action League (MASHAL), with the support of Fourth Partner Energy CSR, successfully completed the School Infrastructure Improvement Project in Shendur Village during FY 2025–26.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, MASHAL, in partnership with CORE (Community Organized Relief Effort), a US-based crisis response organization, implemented the Corona Kavach Kit Distribution Project to support vulnerable families living in urban slums and high-risk settlements in Pune.

Following the devastating Latur earthquake of 1993, MASHAL initiated an Earthquake-Resistant Housing Project in Budhada village, Latur district, to address the urgent need for safe, affordable, and disaster-resilient housing. The project was undertaken as part of the broader rehabilitation and reconstruction efforts in the…

The devastating landslide in Malin village, Pune district, resulted in extensive loss of life, property, and livelihoods, leaving the affected community in urgent need of humanitarian assistance, rehabilitation, and long-term resettlement support.

In the aftermath of the devastating 1993 Latur earthquake, thousands of families lost their homes, livelihoods, and social support systems. Among the most vulnerable were destitute women, including widows, single women, and female-headed households who faced significant challenges in rebuilding their lives and securing adequate shelter.

During the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic and nationwide lockdown in 2020, MASHAL implemented a large-scale humanitarian relief and migrant support initiative to assist vulnerable communities whose livelihoods were severely affected by the crisis. Drawing upon its long-standing engagement with urban poor communities, slum settlements, migrant workers, and marginalized groups, MASHAL mobilized resources, volunteers, donors, and institutional partners to provide emergency relief across Pune and surrounding regions.

In November 2017, a devastating fire incident severely affected the Patil Estate Slum located on the land owned by the College of Engineering Pune (COEP) along the banks of the Mula River in Shivajinagar, Pune. The fire destroyed approximately 450 houses, leaving hundreds of vulnerable families homeless. The affected community primarily consisted of waste pickers, informal sector workers, transgender persons, and economically marginalized households who had incrementally built their homes over many years.

MASHAL has a long-standing commitment to promoting inclusive housing, disaster resilient development, and sustainable urban rehabilitation. As part of this commitment, the organization provided technical support to housing projects implemented under the Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) framework, which aims to rehabilitate slum dwellers through the provision of permanent, housing, transit accommodation, infrastructure, and essential community amenities. One such initiative was the Ramtekdi Rehabilitation Project in Pune, where MASHAL played a significant role in supporting the planning and development process.

MASHAL started potential closure from 18th March i.e. ahead of State lockdown on 22nd March and the Center’s Lockdown from 24th March. COVID-19 days disturbed organization’s normal working and we closed down the office. On 27th March MASHAL felt the need to be active in the relief work to support those whose livelihood was affected by sudden lockdown. The worst affected were ofcourse migrant labourers, daily wage earners, workers in informal sectors, commercial sex workers and transgenders.

In 1997, severe flooding affected several informal settlements in the Pimpri area, causing significant damage to houses and disrupting the lives of vulnerable slum-dwelling families. To address the housing needs of the affected community, the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) initiated a Slum Reconstruction Project aimed at providing safe and sustainable housing solutions for flood-affected residents. Recognizing the importance of community participation in the successful implementation of rehabilitation programs

In August 2019, severe floods affected the districts of Kolhapur and Sangli, causing widespread devastation and displacement. Thousands of families were rendered homeless, and more than two lakh people were left without electricity and access to essential services. In response to the crisis, MASHAL implemented a flood relief support initiative to assist affected communities.

Hasanal and Ravangaon are two remote agrarian villages situated along the Lendi River in Mukhed Taluka of Nanded District, Maharashtra. These villages form part of a drought-prone, economically vulnerable region where agriculture is the primary source of livelihood. Despite living with climate risks including erratic rainfall, recurring…

MASHAL implemented a comprehensive research and assessment initiative focused on the historic Pandharpur Wari pilgrimage routes associated with the Sant Dnyaneshwar Maharaj Palkhi Sohala and Sant Tukaram Maharaj Palkhi Sohala. The study was undertaken to understand the practical, social, cultural, environmental, and infrastructural challenges along the pilgrimage…

In 2009, MASHAL undertook a comprehensive Housing Assessment Study for Pune City as a key input to the preparation of the city’s Development Plan. The study was commissioned to provide an evidence-based understanding of the housing sector, assess existing and future housing needs, and support urban planning processes aimed at promoting inclusive and sustainable…

Building upon its long-standing experience in community development, housing, urban poverty alleviation, research, advocacy, and action-oriented development initiatives, MASHAL established the Centre for Humane Habitat (CHH) as a dedicated platform for research, documentation, knowledge dissemination, and capacity building.

MASHAL conducted an Assessment and Impact Study of the Socioeconomic Outcomes of Land Reclamation in Development and Rehabilitation Projects Implemented in Mumbai between 1970 and 2011. The study was undertaken on behalf of the Mumbai Transformation Support Unit (MTSU) and focused on understanding the long-term impacts of land reclamation and urban development on Mumbai’s traditional fishing communities, commonly known as Koli settlements.

During 2007–08, MASHAL played a significant role in the preparation of City Development Plans (CDPs) and Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) to support urban development initiatives under the Jawaharlal Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission (JNNURM). As part of this initiative, MASHAL contributed to the preparation of City Development Plans for Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad, which served as critical planning documents for accessing JNNURM funding. The organization undertook extensive slum mapping exercises in Pune, Pimpri Chinchwad, and Nashik, generating comprehensive spatial and socio-economic data on informal settlements.

Between 1996 and 2009, MASHAL undertook a series of Environmental Status Report (ESR) studies for several Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) across Maharashtra. Drawing upon its multidisciplinary expertise in urban planning, housing, environmental management, infrastructure planning, GIS mapping, and community development, MASHAL played a pioneering role in documenting and analyzing the environmental conditions of cities and towns to support evidence-based urban governance and sustainable development planning.

MASHAL conducted a comprehensive rural housing study for the Indian National Habitat Forum (INHAF) to assess the localization, effectiveness, and impacts of rural housing programs implemented in Maharashtra. The study focused on understanding how government-supported and self-initiated housing interventions responded to the needs and aspirations of rural communities.

MASHAL implemented a significant research, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement initiative titled “Sampoorna Zhopadpatti Punarvasan Parishad” (Comprehensive Slum Rehabilitation Forum) in 2012. The initiative was organized in collaboration with INHAF, SRA, PMC, and YASHADA to create a platform for dialogue on slum rehabilitation, housing rights, urban poverty, and inclusive development. 

As part of its commitment to promoting evidence-based development and strengthening the knowledge base around urban poverty, housing, and social inclusion, MASHAL implemented SANSHODHAN, a research and documentation initiative aimed at undertaking action oriented studies and generating knowledge to support policy advocacy, program design, and inclusive development practices.

MASHAL implemented a comprehensive research study on the Smart City Mission in Pune to assess its progress on the ground and understand the perspectives of citizens regarding the initiative. In line with MASHAL’s pro-poor and inclusive development approach, the study adopted a holistic, collaborative, and people-centric methodology to evaluate the impact of the Smart City Mission and encourage citizen participation in urban development processes.

MASHAL conducted a comprehensive socio-economic and climate adaptation study in Arnala Village, Maharashtra, between May 2015 and November 2015. The study was commissioned by the World Resources Institute (WRI) and aimed to examine the impacts of urbanization, climate change, and coastal risks on the lives, livelihoods, and resilience of peri-urban communities residing in the region.

MASHAL conducted a comprehensive socioeconomic and perception survey on behalf of PRIO-ORF (Peace Research Institute Oslo – Observer Research Foundation) to better understand the living conditions, aspirations, challenges, and perceptions of urban poor communities residing in selected slums of Pune city. The study was undertaken across three slum settlements representing different geographic and socio-economic contexts within the city: Tarwade Vasti in Hadapsar Ward , Indira Audyogik Vasahat in Sahakar Nagar Ward, Shivajinagar Railway Station Vasti in Ghole Road Ward.